For many parents the first few months after a baby’s birth can be a time of shock and adjustment as well as personal joy. Fatigue, confusion and feelings of incompetence are as common as the delight and pride which are part of having a baby.
In this friendly, accessible guide, Christine and Peter Hill take over from where other pregnancy books stop and before baby books begin. They provide a vast amount of practical and down-to-earth guidance on:
– What to expect in hospital and afterwards at home
– How to cope with persistent crying
– Dealing with feelings of depression and isolation
– Looking after yourself as well as your baby
– How to maintain fulfilling relationships with parents and friends
– When and when not to return to work.
Drawing on the experiences of over 5,000 mothers – and fathers – with new babies, and now fully updated, this authoritative guide is both reassuring and fun to read.
